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Laptops, Tablets, & Business Computer Advice & Reviews

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  2. Laptop and Tablet Reviews (7)
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Which Laptop Should You Buy?

How to select the right laptop for your mobile needs.

Top Laptops Under $500

Here's a great selection of bargain-priced laptops that offer decent performance for both work and play.

Ultrabooks for Under $1000

Stylish, superthin and lightweight Ultrabook laptops priced at under $1,000.

How to Save Money Buying a Computer (Especially for Work)

Save money when buying a computer, especially one you will use for work. Learn the best times and methods to buy a new PC and other electronics.

Before You Buy a Computer for Work: Features to Consider

Find out what features and specs to take into consideration when buying a laptop or desktop computer for work purposes, whether you work from home or on the road.

Should You Buy a Consumer or Business Class PC?

Though they may look alike, there are several significant differences between consumer and business grade computers. Before buying a home computer for work purposes, find out if you need to buy a business class PC or if a consumer model will do.

Introduction to Ultrabooks

What you need to know about these ultraportable, ultrathin laptops.

Introduction to Laptop Models

Laptops are usually classified into different categories based on size, price, and other features. Here's a quick overview of the different types of laptops and the types of jobs they are most suitable for.

Which Tablet Should You Buy? iOS versus Android versus Windows on Tablets

See how the major tablet operating systems--Apple's iOS on iPad, Google's Android, and Microsoft's Windows 7--compare.

10 Best Android Tablets

Discover the best Android tablets on the market today

Can Windows Tablet PCs Make a Comeback?

The iPad and tablets with mobile operating systems are in, and Windows tablet PCs out. Is there room for a Windows 7 tablet in this market?

Slate Tablet PC Roundup

About.com's Guide to Portable Electronics rounds up the most popular slate tablet PCs on the market. As sleek, portable computing devices, slate tablets are a great option for many mobile professionals.

Slate Tablet Computers Comparison

Find out which of these popular slate tablets is for you with this side-by-side comparison of their features and pricing.

Mobile Device Buying Guide

Mobile devices make it possible to do just about everything on the go -- working, learning, banking, communicating, and even just being entertained. With the very many types (and growing) of mobile devices available for both consumer and business use, figuring out which devices can best suit your needs (and whether you should get more than one)...

User Opinions: Windows Tablet PCs vs. the iPad and Other Mobile OS Tablets

Do you think Windows tablets can make it in the consumer market dominated by the iPad? And what about the stylus?

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